aircraft

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In this year’s winter period, Lufthansa will cut five aircraft that operate on short- and medium-haul routes across six hubs.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

During the 2026-27 winter season, capacity will be cut further at Lufthansa’s core brand’s short- and medium-haul program by five aircraft, the group said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Detroit’s automakers halted car production during World War II to churn out bombers, aircraft engines and trucks, as America’s “Arsenal of Democracy.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“How many ships are going to test the blockade? Does the Navy have enough ships, aircraft, assets, et cetera to keep up with that?” said Wills.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

At first, aircraft were used mainly to carry out reconnaissance flights, affording a bird’s-eye view of the battlefield and enemy positions.

From "The War to End All Wars: World War I" by Russell Freedman